Inn at the Old Jail

3.5 star property

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Reception
Front of property
Rooftop terrace
Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom | Hypo-allergenic bedding, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
Living area

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Parking included
    Parking included
  • Housekeeping
    Housekeeping
  • Air conditioning
    Air conditioning
  • Free WiFi
    Free WiFi

Explore the area

Map
2552 St Philip St, New Orleans, LA, 70119
  • Fair Grounds Race Course
    16 min walk
  • Canal Street
    3 min drive
  • Bourbon Street
    4 min drive
  • New Orleans, LA (NEW-Lakefront)
    17 min drive

Room options

Signature Room

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Room, 1 Queen Bed, Private Bathroom

  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

Double Room, 2 Queen Beds, Non Smoking, Private Bathroom

  • 33 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds

Design Room, 1 Queen Bed

  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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About this property

Inn at the Old Jail

Guesthouse with free parking, near Fair Grounds Race Course
A rooftop terrace, a microwave in a common area and a fridge in a common area are available at this smoke-free guesthouse. Free WiFi in public areas and free self parking are also provided. Other amenities include a library, free newspapers and a garden.
Inn at the Old Jail offers 9 accommodations with an iron/ironing board and free toiletries. This New Orleans guest house provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Bathrooms include a combined bath/shower unit. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.
During your stay at Inn at the Old Jail, you'll be within walking distance of Fair Grounds Race Course. You'll find features such as free WiFi in public areas and free self-parking, plus a rooftop terrace.
  • Free WiFi
  • Free self-parking
  • Amenities include free newspapers in reception, multilingual staff and a rooftop terrace
  • Just a 3-minute drive from Canal Street and a few minutes from Fair Grounds Race Course
As a guest of Inn at the Old Jail, you'll find a rooftop terrace, a library, and multilingual staff. WiFi is free in public spaces. Inn at the Old Jail also features a garden, a picnic area, and complimentary newspapers in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This 3.5-star New Orleans guest house is smoke free.

Languages

English, Portuguese, Spanish

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking and van parking available

Conveniences

  • Free newspapers in lobby
  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Picnic area
  • Rooftop terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Braille/raised signage
  • Grab bar near toilet
  • Handrails in hallways
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Low-height counter and sink
  • Raised toilet seat
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Well-lit path to entrance
  • Wheelchair accessibility
  • Wheelchair accessible (may have limitations)
  • Wheelchair-accessible concierge desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible lounge
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking
  • Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
  • Wheelchair-accessible public bathroom
  • Wheelchair-accessible registration desk
  • Wheelchair-accessible van parking

More

  • Built in 1902
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Hypo-allergenic bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower/bathtub combination
  • Towels provided

More

  • Air conditioning (climate-controlled)
  • Ceiling fan
  • Heating (climate-controlled)
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 1 PM; check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 10:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Access code, host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed, but service animals are welcome

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Kids stay free! Up to 4 children 6 years old and younger stay free when using existing bedding.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for USD 30.0 per day.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Rollaway bed fee: USD 30.0 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards; cash is not accepted
This property does not have a front desk. To arrange for check-in, guests must contact the property at least 24 hours prior to arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests arriving after 10:00 PM must make advance arrangements by contacting the property using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning on arriving outside normal check-in hours must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions and an access code. The host will greet guests on arrival.

We should mention

  • Up to 4 children aged 6 years old and younger stay free in the same room as the parent or guardian when using existing bedding.

Property is also known as

Inn Old Jail New Orleans
Inn Old Jail
Old Jail New Orleans
Inn at the Old Jail Guesthouse
Inn at the Old Jail New Orleans
Inn at the Old Jail Guesthouse New Orleans

Inn at the Old Jail Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 84 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 86 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 86 reviews" "

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Will

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really cool and unique place in a good area!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Cyndy

Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne

Great stay! Cool place!
The Inn is really cool! Love the history, architecture and bed was very comfortable. Communication was great. The neighborhood seemed a little sketchy, but as we pulled up to park and once inside we gave it no thought. We drove everywhere we went anyway.
Stayed 1 night in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mollie

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay at the Old Jail, what a place! Wouldn't hesitate to stay here again if we come back to New Orleans, which I'm sure we will!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine

Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This is one of the coolest places to stay in NOLA. They did an excellent job preserving the history of the jail house with thoughtful details and fun decor throughout the inn. The common area is spacious and welcoming like a big house, beautiful kitchen area, lots of tables and seats 3 pianos and occasional musicians popping on to play a tune. The roof deck is wonderful for enjoying a beverage and some chill time. The 20min walk to the French Quarter and charming. Todd our host is the best and will give you great recs. We'd definitely come back to stay at the Jail House!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Krista

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
The building itself is beautiful, and has amazing historical charm. The host is very accommodating and friendly. However, it is advertised that there is a breakfast. There was coffee, and bananas. But there was no breakfast to speak of. So that was a bit of a disappointment. We were warned by our taxi driver that the area was not safe to walk around. The area did appear a bit run down. However, I couldn’t say for sure about the safety as we did not walk around we took an Uber everywhere.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jessica

Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Keith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great place to stay.
The Inn at the Old Jail is exactly what it says. A fantastic place to stay with authentic feel and original features. Todd our host was brilliant and very knowledgeable about the history of the building plus gave us very useful information about what to do and where to eat etc. We could not really fault this place to stay with its quirky feel and historical vent which includes various memorabilia from its past use.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

CHARLES

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Inn at the Old Jail is a unique historic botique hotel, with tremendous character and charm. The host of the Inn is very knowledgeable about New Orleans and makes you feel like a guest in his home! We had a wonderful time in New Orleans and wouldn’t want to stay anywhere else next time we visit!
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Shannon

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very nice place to stay. Not the normal "hotel". It is beautiful inside and just the history behind the Inn. If we ever come back I would definitely stay here again. I could see where parking could be an issue as it is in a residential area. We were lucky and parked right out front.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Cool, neat venue in an old jail, double Queen bed room was spacious! Todd, the owner was so sweet and responded quickly to any need and gave us a tour of the place to boot! Very nice that there’s a kitchen downstairs with cereal, dishes, snacks available and fridge to store drinks and leftovers! Parking was right in front, it is located in a newer part of Treme’ being redeveloped to be safer, we felt safe at that location but be careful any part of NOLA!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

david

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything was unique at this property and it’s a true gem! We appreciate the hospitality!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kelsey

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I can’t say enough good things about the Inn! The Innkeeper, Todd, was awesome! He took us on a tour of the Inn sharing all the buildings history. I enjoyed seeing all the antiques throughout the Inn. The neighborhood was quiet and away from the crowds, but only a 10 minute drive from all the action of New Orleans. The rooms were clean, spacious and comfortable. I highly recommend this place. I will stay here again the next time I’m in town.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very unique spot. Owner was very attentive to your needs and always making sure you are armed with information as you head out into the streets of NOLA.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Andrea

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Fantastic!
We had an amazing stay! Todd was a terrific host who was really attentive to our comfort and took time to get to know us. He gave great advice on places to visit and to eat. We loved the tour of this incredible, historic building, which is stunning. We highly recommend pausing each morning to enjoy coffee on the rooftop deck! We couldn't have chosen a better place to stay.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patricia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Absolutely wonderful host! Welcoming, offered great recommendations and made us feel right at home!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

ROBYN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place to stay, with very thoughtful innkeepers! Highly recommend
Stayed 8 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Patrick

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property is full of rich history. The owners are very sweet and accommodating and helpful.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pamela, Buda

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Slightly off the beaten path but worth it. Owners take pride in the property and show it. Common areas are extremely clean, very functional and thematically appropriate. Bed was comfy with great pillows. Owners provide water bottles and snacks. Would have to take me away in handcuffs to stay somewhere else. Just a very cool place at a reasonable price. Would stay again! As for the tour!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Phillip

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a terrific time and the Inn was fantastic.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ann

Travelled with family
Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was beautifully renovated. Love the deck on the back of the property!!!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Get away from the craziness of Bourbon St
Beautifully appointed Inn in Treme that was restored by Liz and Raul. Great place to stay if you want to be away from the rat race of Bourbon street and want to learn more about the local color of New Orleans. Walking distance to historic local eateries (Dokie Chase, Willie Mae's Scotch House, Parkway bakery), it's about a half hour walk to Bourbon St.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emily

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The owners are amazingly sweet and accommodating, and the property is unique and in a quiet area that's still walkable to the French Quarter or other tourist-heavy areas.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2021